David Amran, MD is an Allergist & Immunologist dedicated to providing comprehensive care at his clinic in Sugar Land, TX. He is a trusted local provider on kellysearch.com, registered with The Texas Medical Board and practicing under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act). Allergists/Immunologists are medical doctors specializing in diagnosing and treating allergies, asthma, immune deficiencies, and related conditions like hay fever, eczema, and hives, offering allergy testing, immunotherapy, and often collaborating with primary care physicians for comprehensive patient care. Dr. Amran serves all ages, and is currently welcoming new patients. Please call (281) 494-4600 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. David Amran, MD is an allergist-immunologist in Sugar Land, TX with over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He has extensive experience in Food & Drug Allergies and Environmental Allergies. He earned his medical degree from Tel Aviv University School of Medicine in 1988 and is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. Dr. Amran is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. With over 35 years of dedicated experience, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to his patients. He is committed to collaborative, evidence-based medicine, creating a supportive environment where patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. Dr. Amran offers consultations in Hebrew.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Amran is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Amran's approach to allergy and immunology care is deeply patient-centered. He meticulously diagnoses and treats a wide spectrum of conditions, from common allergies to complex immune deficiencies, employing the latest diagnostic tools and therapies. His practice prioritizes clear, accessible communication, ensuring patients fully understand their diagnoses and treatment plans. He collaborates closely with patients to create individualized care strategies, fostering a supportive environment where they actively participate in their own health journey.
By working together, you and Dr. Amran can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Aetna
Also Accepts These Carriers
- BestChoice PPO
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Essentials HMO
- Choice Care Network PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice POS
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HMO Premier HMO
- Houston Area HMO-Standard
- Humana
- Humana Health Plan of Texas
- Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
- Medica Choice
- National POS
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Nexus Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Open Choice PPO
- Options PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
- SureFit Houston
- UnitedHealthCare
- Whole Health - Memorial Hermann HMO
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Amran offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Allergic Conjunctivitis: Itchy, red, and watery eyes? You might have allergic conjunctivitis, a condition an allergist/immunologist can diagnose and treat.
- Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Cosmetics: Experiencing irritated, red, or itchy skin after using cosmetics? An allergist can diagnose cosmetic-induced eczema or contact dermatitis and develop a personalized treatment plan to alleviate discomfort and prevent future flare-ups.
- Eczema and Contact Dermatitis: Eczema is chronic, and contact dermatitis is triggered by contact with an irritant or allergen; an allergist helps you manage symptoms and avoid future reactions.
- Mast Cell Diseases: Because mast cell diseases affect the immune system and cause allergy-like symptoms, seeing an allergist/immunologist is key to getting a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Bronchitis: If your bronchitis is triggered by allergies or asthma, an allergist/immunologist can help identify those triggers and provide treatment to reduce your symptoms and prevent future flare-ups.
- Exercise Induced Asthma: Wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing after exercise could indicate exercise-induced asthma, a condition an allergist/immunologist can diagnose and help you manage with medication and lifestyle adjustments.
- Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Metals: Contact with metals like nickel or cobalt can trigger eczema or contact dermatitisskin irritation and inflammation. An allergist can help determine which metal is the culprit and create a treatment plan.
- Anaphylactic Peanut Allergy: With anaphylactic peanut allergy, exposure to peanuts can lead to a severe allergic reaction, even death; an allergist/immunologist helps you understand your allergy and develop strategies to stay safe.
- Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID): Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID) means your body has trouble fighting infections because it doesn't make enough antibodies. An allergist/immunologist can help manage this condition and improve your health.
- Anaphylaxis: A sudden, dangerous allergic reaction causing breathing problems, dizziness, or low blood pressure is called anaphylaxis; an allergist can help you understand your risks and develop a treatment plan.
- Moderate Asthma: Moderate asthma means your breathing is often affected, requiring regular medication and potentially further treatment from an allergist to prevent worsening symptoms.
- Combined Immunodeficiency: This is a rare condition where multiple parts of your immune system are impaired, making you more prone to frequent and severe infections; allergists/immunologists have the expertise to diagnose and create treatment plans to manage combined immunodeficiency.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Amran offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Food Desensitization Therapy: Food desensitization therapy involves a carefully controlled process where you're exposed to increasing amounts of an allergen to build tolerance.
- Drug Desensitization Therapy: For people with dangerous allergies to important medications, this therapy teaches their bodies to tolerate the medication, preventing severe reactions.
- Allergy Skin Testing: Allergy skin testing helps identify what substances, like pollen or pet dander, cause your allergic reactions.
- Allergy Testing: Allergy testing helps pinpoint what you're allergic to, like pollen or peanuts, so you can avoid triggers and manage symptoms.
- Allergy Shots: If you have severe allergies, allergy shots gradually expose your body to the allergen to build tolerance and lessen symptoms.
- Patch Testing: Patch testing is a simple procedure that helps diagnose allergies causing skin reactions by directly applying suspected allergens to your skin and monitoring for responses.
- Radioallergosorbent Test: If you suspect allergies, a RAST blood test can detect specific allergy antibodies in your blood, revealing potential allergy triggers.
- Desensitization: Through repeated exposure to small amounts of an allergen, desensitization helps your immune system get used to it, lessening your symptoms.
- Allergy Treatment: Allergy treatment helps identify what you're allergic to and provides ways to manage or avoid those triggers.
- Drug Allergy Testing: Find out if your medication is causing an allergic reaction with a drug allergy test.
- Food Challenge: To diagnose food allergies, your doctor might do a food challenge, carefully introducing a suspected allergen to see if it triggers a reaction.
- Honeybee Desensitization Therapy: For those with serious bee sting allergies, this therapy uses small amounts of bee venom injected over time to decrease the risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Amran is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan, a patient experienced significant relief from the itchy, red, and watery eyes associated with allergic conjunctivitis, allowing them to comfortably resume daily activities.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis of cosmetic-induced eczema, a patient successfully managed their skin condition through a personalized treatment plan, significantly reducing the frequency and severity of flare-ups.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
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4820 Sweetwater Blvd, Sugar Land, TX, 77479
Phone: (281) 494-4600
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- Tel Aviv University School of Medicine (Medical School) - 1988
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Allergy & Immunology care with Dr. Amran:
- What is the difference between an allergy and a food intolerance?
- Dr. Amran can help differentiate between allergies and food intolerances. An allergy is an immune system reaction, potentially life-threatening, while an intolerance typically causes digestive issues like gas or bloating. Dr. Amran performs tests to confirm a true allergy.
- Should I stop taking my allergy medication before my appointment for testing?
- For accurate skin testing, please stop taking antihistamines like Zyrtec, Claritin, or Allegra several days before your appointment. Please call our office to discuss which medications to hold and for how long.
- Can a persistent cough be a sign of asthma?
- Yes. A persistent cough, especially one worse at night, with exercise, or during a cold, can be a primary symptom of cough-variant asthma. Dr. Amran can perform breathing tests (spirometry) to determine if asthma is the cause of the cough.
- What is patch testing used for?
- Patch testing helps Dr. Amran identify the causes of delayed allergic reactions, like contact dermatitis, unlike skin prick testing. It involves placing small patches containing potential allergens on the back for 48 hours to see if a reaction develops. Common allergens identified through patch testing include nickel, fragrances, and preservatives.
- My child has a food allergy. What are the chances they will outgrow it?
- Many children outgrow allergies to milk, egg, soy, and wheat, but allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish are often lifelong. Dr. Amran can monitor your child's condition with testing and may perform a supervised oral food challenge when appropriate.
- Do you treat immune deficiencies?
- Yes, Dr. Amran specializes in diagnosing and managing primary immunodeficiency disorders (PIDD). If you or your child experiences frequent, severe, or unusual infections, he can conduct specialized testing and manage treatments like immunoglobulin therapy.
- What does an allergy skin test feel like? Does it hurt?
- Dr. Amran will perform a series of small pricks on your skin, typically on your back or arm. This is generally not painful, feeling like a light scratch. A positive reaction may result in a small, itchy bump, similar to a mosquito bite.
- How do allergy shots (immunotherapy) work?
- Dr. Amran's allergy shots, or immunotherapy, are a long-term treatment that helps your body build tolerance to allergens. It involves receiving regular injections with gradually increasing amounts of the allergen. Over time, this trains your immune system to stop overreacting, reducing symptoms.
4820 Sweetwater Blvd
Sugar Land TX 77479
Phone: (281) 494-4600
David Amran, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1841294261
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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